2011 Maserati GranTurismo vs. 2006 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi TT would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (405 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2006 Audi TT. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 471 kg more than 2006 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Maserati GranTurismo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi TT. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Maserati GranTurismo | 2006 Audi TT | |
| Make | Maserati | Audi |
| Model | GranTurismo | TT |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4882 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1915 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1354 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2941 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 60 L |
